The Copperbelt Agricultural and Commercial Show Society, situated in Kitwe Zambia have been in existence since 1956. The Society run by a board of voluntary directors, employ a manager and other administrative staff to oversee the day to day running of the showground’s.

The main operation of the show Society is to host an annual exhibition/show which enables companies to promote their products and services to the community of the Copperbelt, as well as other visitors from within Zambia and neighbouring countries.

At its inception the Copperbelt Show was predominately an agricultural show where farmers exhibited their animals. Over the years it grew, incorporating the commercial industries with entertainment on offer for the general public.

In 1996 the directors believed an additional show should be held for mining and engineering. The ball was set in motion and in May of 1997, Zaminex was formed. This proved to be a huge success with many companies supporting this Exhibition. In the following years Zaminex (the mining exhibition) was held at the beginning of May with the traditional Agricultural and Commercial show, being held at the end of May.

Our Recent Past

The two separate exhibitions were combined to form CMACS, (Copperbelt Mining, Agricultural and Commercial Show) in the year 2000. This became necessary as the costs for some companies who chose to exhibit at both was excessive. In addition to the high costs for the exhibitor it was an extremely difficult time for the show organisers as well as getting visitors to attend both shows.

Today CMACS is held annually at the end of May, with numbers increasing year by year for both visitors as well as exhibitors. The exhibition continues to have the full support of the Ministry of Mines and Natural Resources as well as the Ministry of Agriculture & Livestock. Foreign exhibitor numbers are ever increasing with the continued support from The Department of Trade and Industry South Africa.

If you want to exhibit at this years show, please do not hesitate to contact us. The Copperbelt Mining, Agricultural and Commercial Show Society (CACSS) encourages the interchange and development of sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and the rural environment throughout the copperbelt, working with and through its sponsors and members of the society. The Show Manager and her staff will ensure that you are well looked after and that you will have fun and a very successful time.